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YY54 AVV

2004 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,495 mi
Last recorded126,495 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW M369,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY54 AVV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 126,495 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 116,704 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 101,059 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 100,614 miles

n/s/f pad sensor hanging loose

Pass 24 Jun 2013 94,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres worn on bothedges

offside front stabilization linkage snaped

offside front wing mirror glass slightly discoloured

Pass 12 Apr 2012 78,532 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 78,532 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake pads very low

Pass 11 Apr 2011 65,399 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 56,376 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 45,839 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 37,018 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 33,669 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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YY54 AVV is a 2004 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 69,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY54 AVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YY54 AVV registered?

YY54 AVV is a 2004 BMW M3, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is YY54 AVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY54 AVV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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